Cryptologic Computer Scientist

Power3 Solutions; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision plans with full

11 holidays + 25 days PTO

Career development plans and training

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Power3 Solutions in Fort Meade, MD is hiring a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to solve difficult cryptologic problems spanning forensics, attribution, network protection, and indicators.

The role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph, a CS degree with extensive theory knowledge, and experience in computer systems research and prototyping. Salary range to be provided by client; position on site in central MD.

Qualifications

• Security clearance requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Design, develop and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework.
• Foundational CS areas must be covered: algorithms; computer architecture; data structures; logic and computation; advanced mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and operate cryptologic computer science solutions.
• Apply state-of-the-art techniques to forensics and attack attribution, protection of critical networks, and indicators.
• Engage in active system penetration and discovery of passive and active systems.
• Support mission objectives across civilian and military domains.

Skills

Operating systems

Compiler theory

Database theory

Algorithm analysis

Computer architecture

Discrete math

Programming language theory

Data structures

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS

Master's degree in CS

Doctoral degree in CS

CS degree required + years experience

Job description

We solve difficult business, IT, and analytic problems by addressing the whole problem - not just the symptoms - using interdisciplinary approaches that are both practical and innovative. We provide fresh alternatives to ordinary, mainstream consulting firms through small, highly skilled, and hand-picked teams that can meet clients' needs in any industry. Our broad interdisciplinary understanding allows us to provide the right solution, even if it is from outside the industry or traditionally defined problem space. We bring Public and Private, Civilian and Military expertise to every case.

We are hiring a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to work in Fort Meade, MD. Position location is subject to change based on central MD client's needs - will provide salary range proactively.

Required:TS/SCI with a Polygraph

Design, develop and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework. The solutions may arise in the forms of forensics and attack attribution, protection of critical networks, active systems warnings and indicators, active penetration into target systems, knowledge of discovery of passive and active systems, or other cryptologic computer science mission support. Requisite computer science skills (operating systems, compiler theory, database theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, discrete math, programming language theory, and data structures) are applied to each problem to provide state-of-the-art techniques, tools, and approaches.

Individual Capabilities/Experience Required:

• Level 2 - Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and 2 years of relevant experience. An Associate’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
• Level 3 - Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 4 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 10 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
• Level 4 - Bachelor's degree plus 11 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 7 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 13 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
• Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Related fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics) may be considered relevant if the programs contain, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following foundational CS areas: algorithms; computer architecture (not network architecture); programming methodologies and languages; data structures; logic and computation; and advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, discrete mathematics). Information Technology (IT) or Information Systems (IS) degrees may be considered relevant if the programs contain the amount and type of coursework equivalent to a CS major.
• Relevant experience must be in computer systems research; simulation/model development and prototyping; software design; programming; computational science; algorithm analysis and design; reverse engineering; and/or designing/developing computer or information systems, including engineering hardware and/or software.

We have all the PERKS!

You are our most valuable resource — your ambition, your knowledge, your creativity. We offer an industry-leading set of benefits to supplement your normal salary compensation. We have you covered with flexible ways to balance work and home life, full health benefit premium coverage, and generous contributions toward your retirement.

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans with 100% paid premiums.
• Time Off: 11 standard holidays, and 25 days of PTO
• Career Development: Get career counseling and individualized career development plans, including education and training.
• Employee referral bonuses for successful hires

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.